Far Coley Farm, Coley Ln, Little Haywood, Stafford ST18 0XB
The West Midlands Backyard Ultra follows the classic backyard ultra format:
It sounds simple. It isn’t.
This format strips running back to its rawest form: discipline, patience, resilience, and the ability to keep showing up when your body and mind are screaming at you to stop.
If you’re looking for comfort, this isn’t for you.
If you’re looking for truth, welcome.
The West Midlands Backyard Ultra is not a race against distance or time it’s a race against yourself.
Every hour, on the hour, you run one loop.
Finish within the hour, and you earn the right to start again.
Fail to make the start line, and you’re out.
There is no finish line.
There is no set distance.
There is only one winner — the last runner standing.
This is DNF - Do Not Fail.
Event: DNF x FCF Backyard Ultra
Date: 29th May 2026
Start Time: 12:00 PM
Finish Time: You decide
Location: Far Coley Farm, Staffordshire
Terrain: Mixed trail / single track
Loop Distance: 4.167 miles (6.7km)
Format: Last runner standing
Hosted at the private Far Coley Farm estate, this West Midlands Backyard Ultra delivers a true off-road experience in a controlled, well-marked environment designed for both athletes and spectators.
The West Midlands Backyard Ultra takes place on the private Far Coley Farm estate in Staffordshire. The farm is owned by Emily Meakin, part of the Hyrox Elite 15 and officially Britain's fittest farmer 2025.
Festival-style race village in the tipi: DJ sets (daytime), brands, seating, and a proper atmosphere
Food stalls on-site (plus hot drinks available)
Family, friends and crew welcome — spectators stay in the village while runners stay on the loop
Athlete HQ: the Atcost Shed (“The View”) — a raw base to reset, refuel and go again
Accommodation available on-site (limited) + space for camping / car bases
Proper event setup: toilets, lighting, water points, and an organised holding pen
This is not a roadside race.
This is an immersive endurance environment.
Your West Midlands Backyard Ultra entry includes:
The West Midlands Backyard Ultra follows strict backyard ultra rules:
All decisions are at the discretion of the Head Judge.
No exceptions. No arguments.
There are 10 bedrooms available on-site at Far Coley Farm.
Perfect for:
Crews, supporters and athletes planning for extended racing
Post-race recovery and downtime
Rooms are available on a first-come, first-served basis and can be booked separately.
There are 10 bedrooms available on-site at Far Coley Farm.
Perfect for:
Crews, supporters and athletes planning for extended racing
Post-race recovery and downtime
Rooms are available on a first-come, first-served basis and can be booked separately.
This is a self-sufficient race. You are responsible for your own safety.
Mandatory kit includes:
Weather conditions can change fast.
If you under-pack, that’s on you.
This West Midlands Backyard Ultra isn’t about pace.
It isn’t about ego.
It isn’t about comfort.
It’s about standing on the start line again —
when everyone else is gone.
If that excites you, you’re in the right place.
DNF — Do Not Fail.
